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title: "Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant"
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buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-17"
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# Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cf44ec2-a4be-4c8c-b130-cdef71d78538

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking bids for the provision of Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant services, focusing on transport to Acre Wood Academy Secondary, TN6 2AS. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the procurement method identified as a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold. The tender was published on 17 July 2026, with a closing date for submissions on 21 July 2026. The contract period is set to start on 4 September 2026 and will conclude on 31 July 2029. This opportunity falls under the transport services category (excluding waste transport) and is primarily service-oriented, located within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a notable growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the transport sector that specialise in passenger transport services. The requirement for a passenger assistant suggests that businesses with experience in providing inclusive and attentive transport solutions may have a competitive edge. Companies looking to expand their operations in partnership with a government body like East Sussex County Council will find potential long-term collaboration benefits inherent in this project, given the three-year contract duration. The focus on school transport indicates suitability for firms equipped to handle consistent, scheduled transport demands.

## Notice

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN20 8RN TN22 4HG To: Acre Wood Academy Secondary, TN6 2AS Frequency: Monday-Friday Daily School Time: 8:50-15:00 Comments for Operator: Pupil 1 needs a space next to them. This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af34b8f0-cb5b-4a08-aad3-3a210f36d883 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 10:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af34b8f0-cb5b-4a08-aad3-3a210f36d883

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af34b8f0-cb5b-4a08-aad3-3a210f36d883
  17th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.sproc.net

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk

## Provenance

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